The Tangled Skein
The Tangled Skein by Alta Halverson Seymour, published by Purple House Press on April 16, 2021, is a juvenile fiction novel that delves into the complexities of family loyalty and societal judgment during a tumultuous historical period. Set in post-World War II Norway, the story follows 15-year-old Solveig Strand as she returns to her village after five years in Scotland, only to face accusations that some of her family members, including her brother Roald, were Nazi collaborators. As she navigates the harsh realities of her community’s suspicions, Solveig embarks on a quest to uncover the truth and restore her family’s honor.
Readers will find a narrative that intricately weaves themes of historical conflict and personal struggle. Solveig’s journey involves unraveling the tangled threads of her family’s past, confronting rumors, and seeking to reclaim their reputation. The book explores the impact of war on individuals and communities, highlighting the challenges of reconciling personal beliefs with public perception. Illustrated by Harold Minton, this edition spans 234 pages and is presented in English, offering a poignant look at the aftermath of conflict and the resilience of youth.
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Quislings…Nazi collaborators! Could it really be true that several members of Solveig Strand’s own family were among them, and that her own brother, Roald, had served as a Nazi spy? At the close of WWII, 15-year-old Solveig returns to her beloved Norwegian village after a five-year stay in Scotland and she is greeted, not with open arms, but with harsh words and cold looks.
Now it is up to Solveig to restore her brother’s good name and her family’s honor, picking apart the truth about the past from the falsehoods and rumors like a tangled skein of yarn. If she succeeds, her scattered family can finally return-with their heads held high as the patriots she knows in her heart they are.
Illustrated by Harold Minton.
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